Green Energy

The Story of Stuff video

Cap & Trade Explained 

What individual countries are doing about Cap & Trade

	How important is energy conservation? Why does it even matter to you?   Project:  Make a brochure (or flyer if so directed by Mrs. W) outlining energy solutions for the average consumer. use a search of saving energy at home   Some real stories http://www.energycircle.com/blog/category/homes-real-people RUBRIC make it customized to your own home 15 pts include real ways you could lower the energy costs in your own home  ( ie. 8-12+ quality ideas!) 50 pts Make the poster attractive so people are likely to read it include graphics 15 pts make it easy to read 15 pts print document to present to class and take home to family 5 pts Tips to Lower Your Energy Bills http://ase.org/section/_audience/consumers/energybilltips Alliance to Save Energy Introduction to Energy Systems (& our reliance on fossil fuels) Energy Explorer by National Grid Misconceptions about Energy..10 T/F quiz Capital Chips Part 3 - Interactive quiz, questions on technology innovation/invention Learn about energy the fun way! Energy Hog www.energyhog.org . http://energyhog.org/adult/educators.htm Producers Interactive

Story of Stuff, video

Should you buy it? Read this and play the PBS game.

Try these activities to see why YOU make a difference!

How many planets does it take to support your lifestyle? Calculate your environmental footprint

Now try these games http://www.energyhog.org/childrens.htm http://www.hogandseek.org/intro.html Roofus' Solar and Efficient Home Energy Conservation Game

 

Test your knowledge with these games and quizzes http://www.eia.doe.gov/kids/energy_fungames/quiz/index.htm climate change calculator http://www.un.org/cyberschoolbus/waterquiz/waterquiz4/index.asp water quiz

 

Try a Climate Change Expidition for fun

 

FOR EVEN MORE INFORMATION CHECK OUT THESE SITES

http://www.fplforkids.com This site has a lot of information on how to save energy. There is also a game that you can play to help you learn about saving energy. You need to read through every part of the website.

 

http://www.energyhog.org/childrens.htm This site will give you information on how to save energy. You can go into each room and get tips on how to save energy. But you have to figure out if it is a Light Fixer, Water Saver or a Heat Conserver job.

 

http://www.eere.energy.gov/kids/ This website does not have as much information as the other ones. But it still has good information on how to save energy. You should play the Roofus’ Home game.